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Tommy's Road Elementary

Elementary School · Wayne County Public Schools

1150 Tommy's Road, Goldsboro, NC 27534

Enrollment

569

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,933 of 2,648

In Goldsboro

#12 of 22

public schools

In district

#18 of 32

Wayne County Public Schools

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Tommy's Road Elementary

5.2/10

Elementary School in Goldsboro · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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6.9/10

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About Tommy's Road Elementary

Tommy's Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Goldsboro, NC, part of Wayne County Public Schools. Tommy's Road Elementary serves approximately 569 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Tommy's Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,933 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Tommy's Road Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.9% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.8% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.8 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,267
Chronic Absenteeism26.9%

Tommy's Road Elementary — Students at Tommy's Road Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 42.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
70%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
31%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
35.3%
ELA
33.7%
2025
Math
44.8%
ELA
40.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.

How Tommy's Road Elementary Compares

See how Tommy's Road Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in NC
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1150 Tommy's Road, Goldsboro, NC 27534

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tommy's Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadow Lane Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WAYNE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Goldsboro, see our Goldsboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
WAYNE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Goldsboro 0.7 mi 5.5
Wayne Early / Middle College High Goldsboro 0.8 mi 6.9
Wayne Preparatory Academy Goldsboro 1.5 mi 4.8
WAYNE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Goldsboro 1.6 mi 7.7
THE CHILDRENS HOUSE OF GOLDSBORO Goldsboro 2.0 mi
WAYNE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goldsboro 1.6 mi 4.8
North Drive Elementary Goldsboro 2.2 mi 1.5
RHEMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goldsboro 2.1 mi 4.2
NEW INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY Goldsboro 2.8 mi 4.7
Eastern Wayne Middle Goldsboro 2.6 mi 4.0
ST MARY SCHOOL Goldsboro 2.5 mi 6.0
Greenwood Middle Goldsboro 3.2 mi 5.4
Edgewood Cmty Developmental Goldsboro 3.0 mi 3.6
Meadow Lane Elementary Goldsboro 3.5 mi 7.8
Goldsboro High Goldsboro 3.0 mi 2.8
Wayne School of Engineering Goldsboro 3.1 mi 8.2
Wayne Middle / High Academy Goldsboro 3.0 mi 5.1
Eastern Wayne High Goldsboro 4.0 mi 4.4
Wayne School of Technical Arts Goldsboro 4.6 mi
Dillard Middle Goldsboro 4.5 mi 2.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27534 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,950

Median Home Value

$187,700

Median Rent

$1,106/mo

Population

31,340

College Educated

29.2%

Homeownership

53.4%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tommy's Road Elementary

What grades does Tommy's Road Elementary serve?

Tommy's Road Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Tommy's Road Elementary?

Tommy's Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 569 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tommy's Road Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Tommy's Road Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tommy's Road Elementary rank in NC?

Tommy's Road Elementary ranks #1,933 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Tommy's Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Tommy's Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Tommy's Road Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tommy's Road Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Tommy's Road Elementary a charter school?

No, Tommy's Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Tommy's Road Elementary a Title I school?

No, Tommy's Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tommy's Road Elementary?

99.5% of students at Tommy's Road Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
569
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

District

Wayne County Public Schools
District Enrollment
17,368
Schools in District
33
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,267
District Rank
#18 of 32

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